Head of School — D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School Vacancy at D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School, Chennai
D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School
- School
- D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.8L – ₹9.0L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Day to day, the Head of School — D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School at D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 56+ years. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School, a CBSE school in Chennai, is hiring a Head of School.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the school's academic and operational vision
- Mentor faculty and coordinators
- Engage with parents and the management committee
- Drive curriculum and student outcomes
Requirements:
- 8-20 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School is a CBSE Day School in Gopalapuram, Chennai.
What you'll handle as a Head of School — D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School
Teach senior-secondary classes (XI–XII), prepare students for board exams, set and moderate question papers, and mentor career-stage students.
Working in a CBSE school
As a CBSE-affiliated school, the calendar is structured around term-wise assessments, project work and board-format mocks for senior grades.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Chennai
Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.
Common questions about this role
How much experience do I need for this Head of School — D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
About D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School
D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1970, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School is a CBSE Day School in Gopalapuram, Chennai.
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